
Alice Shepard, Ph.D.
Director & Therapist
Alice has been a therapist for over ten years. She completed training at Barnard College, Columbia Medical Center, and Columbia University’s Counseling & Psychological Services. She is a graduate of Brown University and the City University of New York Graduate Center.
License: 018801-1, New York

Alba Vega, LMHC
Alba is a Spanish and English bilingual therapist with experience in psychiatric rehabilitation, individual therapy, career counseling, couples therapy, and group counseling. She has experience in a range of outpatient settings. Alba enjoys working with a diverse group of people and aims to adjust each session to the client’s needs. Alba received her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from The State University of New York at Albany.
License: 008565-1, New York

Emily Chernow, Licensed Psychotherapist
Emily believes individuals are a culmination of their life experiences and should be treated as such. Working with Emily, you can expect to explore your past and present experiences and how they influence your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. She has an extensive background in attachment theory research and received psychodynamic training at the Training Institute for Mental Health. Emily specializes in young adults dealing with queer issues, life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. Emily received her Master’s degree from New York University.
License No: 113453, New York

Emma Fessler, LCSW-R
Emma is a senior clinician who has worked in a variety of outpatient settings including mental health clinics, schools, and hospitals. She has expertise in helping survivors of sexual assault, the chronically ill, and mediating between adult children and their parents. Emma is dedicated to helping women who are going through important transitions in their lives.
License: 022566, New York

Gloriane Roberson, LMSW
Gloriane has spent the majority of her professional career helping women and youth work through trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety, and depression. She believes in providing a non judgmental and supportive therapeutic experience as a pathway for growth and development. Gloriane has a particular focus on supporting self-determination, empowerment and harm reduction. She completed her Bachelors’ and Master’s degrees at Adelphi University.
License: 081295

Kendall Contri Bierman, MHC-LP
Kendall has experience working with women struggling with anxiety, healthy eating, body-image, and relationship concerns. She has additional training with substance dependence, such as reducing marijuana use, alcohol consumption, nicotine use, or other recreational drugs. Kendall uses a multifaceted approach to counseling pulling from CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic theories. Kendall has a non-judgmental and empathetic demeanor that helps foster meaningful and open relationships with her clients. She received her bachelor’s degree from Lafayette College and her master’s from Long Island University.
License: P116058.

Sonia Byrd, Psy.D., LMHC, Therapist
Sonia is a senior clinician who specializes in helping women mediate challenging family and relationship issues to reduce stress and improve self-confidence. She has extensive experience working with a range of therapeutic concerns. Sonia has additional training in mindfulness. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University and her Doctorate from Yeshiva University.
License: 002835-01

Uniysha Jones, MHC-LP
Uniysha has experience working with women who experience anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. Additionally, Uniysha works to support women with scheduling and routines in order to support healthy day to day habits. Uniysha uses CBT and offers a holistic approach to help guide women through their healing. Her warm personality cultivates a space that allows each woman to be fully expressive, without judgement. Uniysha achieved a Bachelor’s degree from Brooklyn College and a Master’s degree from Long Island University.

Regina McMaster, LMSW
Regina has experience in a variety of settings supporting individuals who are facing different challenges throughout their lives. She is versed in treating anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and the emotional impacts of chronic medical issues. Regina has a strong interest in analyzing the mind-body connection and aspects of self-care that can support growth and change. She is fully committed to providing empathy, support, and building a strong therapeutic alliance with you. Regina earned her Bachelor’s degree from Mount Saint Mary College and her Master’s degree from Adelphi University.
License: 094330, New York

Kate Staikos, Student Intern
Kate is obtaining her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College. She is transitioning to a career as a therapist after 12 years in the advertising industry. Kate understands, first hand, the challenges many women encounter in today’s modern society. She takes a warm, non-judgmental, and personalized approach with the goal of empowering women to thrive through self-acceptance as well as a better understanding of themselves and their relationships.

Emily Heimberger, Clinic Coordinator
Emily received her bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University. She is currently pursuing her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. She aspires to empower women who desire to make important changes in their lives.

Chelsea Walker, Clinic Coordinator
Chelsea received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts Boston and her master’s degree from Chamberlain University. She has extensive experience working in a variety of healthcare settings.

Heather Nelson, B.A.
Financial Manager
Heather is a graduate of Syracuse University where she majored in marketing. She has previously worked in financial services for HBO & Lord & Taylor.
Mirielle Therapy Practice
Alice Shepard, Ph.D.
303 5th Avenue (Near 31st Street)
Suite 1909
New York, NY 10016
212 545 9901
Hours of Operation
By Appointment Only